Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Unit
Location: Pikeville, KY
Shift Options: Days or Nights
Weekly Pay: $2,950
The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers direct and comprehensive nursing care to adult patients on a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit. This role requires strong clinical judgment, proficiency in cardiac monitoring, and the ability to care for diverse patient populations in a fast-paced acute care environment. Effective communication, teamwork, and adherence to high-quality care standards are essential.
Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to patients requiring medical-surgical and telemetry monitoring.
Monitor cardiac rhythms, recognize abnormalities, and escalate concerns promptly.
Perform thorough patient assessments and document findings accurately.
Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapies according to provider orders.
Manage complex patient care plans and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions.
Operate, monitor, and interpret telemetry equipment effectively.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and discharge instructions.
Follow infection control standards and all patient safety guidelines.
Participate in bedside shift reports and detailed handoffs to ensure continuity of care.
Perform additional related duties as required.
Active, unrestricted RN license.
Minimum 1–2 years of recent Medical-Surgical/Telemetry experience.
Strong competency in cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation.
BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems preferred.
Ability to work 48-hour weekly schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Prior travel nursing experience.
Experience in high-acuity or fast-paced hospital settings.
Strong ability to multitask and adapt to rapidly changing patient needs.
For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.